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Year 4 Stop Motion Animation
Fri 10 Jul 2026This term, Year 4 have been diving into the exciting world of animation! Using 2Animate on Purple Mash, the children have been learning about the art and craft of stop motion - discovering how a sequence of carefully positioned images, when played together, can create the magic of movement.
From planning their ideas and creating their characters to painstakingly moving and photographing each frame, the children have shown incredible patience, creativity and attention to detail throughout the process.
The results are truly impressive and a real testament to the hard work and imagination they have put in.
We are very proud of what Year 4 have produced this term and we would love for you to take a look at their finished projects for yourselves.
Click here or scan Scan the QR code below to watch their final stop motion animations — we think you will be amazed!
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T-Factor 2026 - The Results Are In!
Fri 10 Jul 2026The stage was set, the nerves were buzzing and Chingford CofE Primary School was treated to an absolutely spectacular show this morning as T-Factor 2026 took centre stage!
Our talented performers gave it everything they had, wowing the audience with incredible performances that had the crowd cheering from start to finish. The competition was fierce, the talent was extraordinary and choosing a winner was no easy task.
But the results are in - and here is how it all unfolded...
Taking a very well-deserved third place was the fantastic Caoimhe Freeland, whose performance had everyone talking. A brilliant effort - we are so proud of you!
Claiming second place were the brilliantly named Bieber Baddies - Bella Mitchell, Francesca Jeffs, Isabelle Rustem and Keira Spence. What an incredible performance from four very talented young stars. Watch this space!
And taking the top spot, your T-Factor 2026 champions - The Singles! Saskia Apicella, Sophia Kudzi, Isabelle Woods and Rubey Rose Allured delivered a stunning winning performance that brought the house down. Congratulations - you were absolutely phenomenal!
A huge thank you to every single child who had the courage to get up on that stage and perform. You were all stars today, every one of you.
And finally, a very special mention for our host, the amazing Harry Sleap, who kept the whole show running with style, charm and no small amount of brilliance. A star in his own right!
We cannot wait for next year already!
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Mini World Cup 2026 - Champions Crowned!
Wed 08 Jul 2026Our Mini World Cup, organised by Miss Efreme and Mrs Gillies, came to a close on Wednesday after weeks of exciting football.
The competition began in early June, with over 130 children from Years 4 - 6 signing up to take part in the lunchtime tournament. Players were split into teams of eight across four groups, with four teams in each group. Every team played three group-stage matches, with the top two teams from each group progressing to the knockout rounds.
The quarter-finals and semi-finals produced some nail-biting encounters, with several matches requiring penalty shootouts to decide who would progress. After battling the recent heatwaves and having had to postpone fixtures, the whole of Key Stage 2 gathered to watch the exciting final between Japan and Egypt.
The final certainly did not disappoint. In a closely contested match, Japan were crowned our Mini World Cup champions, edging out Egypt 1–0. The winning goal came from Zac, who scored the decisive goal against his own brother, Ben, who was in goal for Egypt - a moment that made for a truly memorable and unique finale to the competition!
Finishing in 4th place was Bosnia, while Scotland secured a well-deserved 3rd place.
Our Players of the Tournament were Matthew (Year 6) and Oliver (Year 5). Both boys produced outstanding performances throughout the competition and, although their teams did not finish in the top places, they should be incredibly proud of the football they played.
A huge thank you goes to our fantastic team of Year 6 referees and linespeople, who took their roles seriously and officiated every match with enthusiasm and maturity. A special mention also goes to Zac from Heathcote School, who was on work experience and provided invaluable support throughout the tournament.
What a fantastic competition it has been! It has been wonderful to see so many children enjoying football, showing great teamwork, determination and sportsmanship, and making our Mini World Cup such a memorable event.
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Year 4 Enterprise Project
Fri 03 Jul 2026The children were split into groups and worked together to decide what they could create that would not only sell well but also make a profit. Each group was given a budget of £10 to spend on materials before designing and making their products. Throughout the project, the children developed their teamwork, creativity, problem-solving and money management skills, and they thoroughly enjoyed every part of the experience.
Our ten groups produced a fantastic range of items, including decorated stones, lanyards, cookies, decorative biscuits, slime, bracelets, keyrings and Hama bead creations. Once their products were complete, the children designed eye-catching marketing posters to help promote their stalls.
On Thursday afternoon, we transformed the playground into our very own outdoor market, and what an event it was! With Year 4 shoppers eagerly visiting each stall, the market was buzzing with excitement. Everyone had great fun spending their money on the wonderful products for sale, and it was fantastic to see the children's hard work rewarded.
Altogether, we raised £202.20, making an impressive profit of £102.20.
A huge thank you goes to our amazing children for all their hard work and enthusiasm, as well as to our staff, volunteers and the wonderful work experience students from Heathcote School, whose support helped make the event such a fantastic success. We are incredibly proud of everyone involved!
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Better Aquatics Team Water Safety Assembly
Thu 18 Jun 2026This week, the children enjoyed a Water Safety Roadshow, delivered by the Better Aquatics Team, where they were taught the Water Safety Code and given tips on how to stay safe in and around water.
- STOP AND THINK
- STAY TOGETHER
- CALL 999
- FLOAT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwzB7So7jSM
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Year 2 - Medieval Castle Day
Wed 17 Jun 2026The children had a fantastic day taking part in our Medieval Castle Day, where they were immersed in life during the medieval period. Throughout the day, they enjoyed a range of practical activities, including making candles, ink, bracelets, pouches, finger tabs for archery, pastries and herbal remedies, as well as many other traditional crafts.
In the afternoon, the children attended a lively medieval banquet. They entertained one another with singing, jousting, jokes and storytelling before enjoying a feast served by servants, just as people may have experienced in medieval times. It was a memorable day that brought history to life and helped the children imagine what life was like in 1144.
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KS2 Quad Kids Competition
Fri 12 Jun 2026Miss Efreme and Mrs Gillies headed off to the KS2 Quad Kids competition at the Feel Good Centre with a squad of four girls and four boys from each year group across Years 3 to 6. Each child competed in four events: sprint, long-distance run, howler throw and long jump. All of our children performed brilliantly, giving their all in every event and achieving a number of first, second and third place finishes across the day.
A special mention goes to Isabelle Rustem, who achieved the longest jump of the day in the girls' competition, and to Sheryhar, who threw the howler the furthest in the Year 4 boys' event.
As the competition is being held over two days with many schools taking part, we will not receive the final results until later this month. However, we are incredibly proud of the entire squad for the determination, resilience and sportsmanship they showed throughout the day. We will share the final scores as soon as we receive them.
A huge thank you to our parent helpers, who provided brilliant support throughout the event.
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In Full Bloom - Year 3 Art Exhibition
Fri 12 Jun 2026On Friday 12th June, our Year 3 children proudly showcased their Botanical Garden of Flower Sculptures in a wonderful art exhibition. The children worked creatively to design and construct a vibrant collection of flower sculptures, exploring a range of paper-sculpting techniques including fringing, curling, slotting and cupping. The results were truly impressive, with each child demonstrating real creativity, perseverance and craftsmanship. It was a joy to see so many families come along to celebrate their achievements and we are incredibly proud of every one of them.
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Year 5 Science Investigation
Mon 08 Jun 2026Year 5 pupils investigated how different solids react when mixed with white vinegar. They added vinegar to bicarbonate of soda and a range of other solids, making careful observations throughout the investigation. Pupils observed bubbles being produced and identified that a gas was released. Through discussion, they learned that a chemical reaction had occurred, resulting in the formation of a new substance, carbon dioxide gas. They also understood that this was an irreversible change, as the original materials could not be recovered.
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Year 5 Cricket Tournament
Fri 05 Jun 2026A sunny day awaited us at Leyton Cricket Ground as we took two Year 5 teams along to compete. Our B team played two closely contested matches, narrowly missing out on a place in the quarter-finals. Our A team progressed to the quarter-finals but were unfortunately knocked out by just 9 runs. It was a fantastic day enjoyed by all, with every participant demonstrating excellent sportsmanship and tenacity throughout. Miss Gordon, who organised the event, praised the children for their outstanding behaviour, and we are incredibly proud of them all. A special thank you to our parent helpers for their support on the day.
